CURLING ALBERTA AWARDS
Every year, Curling Alberta will honour those people within our organization who have helped to inspire the curlers of today and tomorrow. There are specific awards for players, coaches, officials, ice technicians, partners, and volunteers who have all contributed their time and effort to curling. These awards are intended to celebrate the extraordinary people who contribute at all levels of our sport, from community leaders and grassroots initiatives, all the way up to our high-performance athletes.
Curling Alberta will provide all award nominees with a certificate of recognition and gift to mark the nomination.
2026 AWARDS CELEBRATION
The 2026 award recipients will be honoured at the Annual Awards Celebration on May 24th at the Alberta Sport Hall of Fame, Red Deer. RSVP and details available soon.
TEAM OF THE YEAR
Awarded annually to a team who is a shining example to others. Considerations include sportsmanship, dedication, positive leadership qualities, and community involvement. All ages, categories, and skill levels are eligible, but competitive achievement will be a highly weighted component. Team accomplishments are limited to Curling Alberta events in the most recently completed season.
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Awarded annually to a volunteer who has made an extraordinary contribution to the sport of curling.
ICE TECHNICIAN OF THE YEAR
Awarded annually to an ice-maker who has provided significant leadership, excellence, and dedication to their craft.
PRESIDENT’S AWARD
Awarded annually to anyone as selected by the President of Curling Alberta for outstanding service to the sport of curling. Current Board members are not
eligible. Nominations for this award will be considered but the recipient is usually self-selected by the President.
PARTNER OF THE YEAR
Awarded annually to a sponsor or partner
of curling that has shown tremendous
support to the sport.
OFFICIAL OF THE YEAR
Awarded annually to an outstanding
official who has demonstrated a high
level of knowledge, strength, leadership,
dedication, and integrity.
INSTRUCTOR OF THE YEAR
Awarded annually to an instructor who has been a difference-maker in his or her
club and community. He or she has gone above and beyond to build membership, preserve and improve existing programs, and introduce beginners to our sport in a safe and enjoyable manner. This individual has a passion for teaching and has also demonstrated a high standard of personal conduct.
YOUTH SPORTSMANSHIP
Awarded annually to a team or individual
athlete who exemplifies the ideals of
sportsmanship both on and off the ice
with ethical behavior, fair play, respect for
others, and a love for curling. The team or
player must be eligible to compete in the
U15, U18 or U21 categories.
COACH OF THE YEAR
Awarded annually to a coach who has directed his or her team with sportsmanship and integrity. This individual possesses proper skills and knowledge to effectively mentor, support, and challenge their athletes while instilling a love of curling. This coach inspires continued learning and improvement, and demonstrates respect and care for athletes. A high standard of personal conduct is also clearly exhibited. The minimum coaching standard to be met by nominees is Club Coach “Trained” or Competition Coach “Trained” as recognized by Curling Alberta and the Coaching Association of Canada.
CLUB OF THE YEAR
Awarded annually to a member club or community curling centre which displays outstanding impact in and on the community. Areas of consideration may include: development of innovative programs and services; alignment to the provincial programs (e.g. whole of sport approach); evidence of volunteer management strategies (attract, develop, retain); evidence of financial sustainability/viability; sound leadership practices (role descriptions for committees and key club roles, robust governance practices); community engagement (e.g. with other clubs, schools, sponsors, external stakeholders or community groups); coach and/or instructor development processes in place; retention and growth of a diverse membership; success in fundraising and management of large capital projects; etc. Clubs are encouraged to self-nominate for this award. Only member clubs of Curling Alberta are eligible to be nominated for the Club of the Year award.